Egypt Raises Fuel Prices by Up to 17% Amid Rising Inflation
Egypt raised fuel prices on Friday by 10% to 17%, a decision expected to increase the cost of goods and…
Category: Africa
Nigeria to Launch New Malaria Vaccine
Nigeria is set to become one of the first countries to roll out a new malaria vaccine after receiving an…
Nyamulagira Volcano Erupts in Eastern DR Congo
The Nyamulagira volcano in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has been erupting since Saturday, October 12, the Goma Volcanological Observatory…
Uganda Considers Adding Malaria Vaccine to Immunization Schedule
Uganda’s Ministry of Health announced Tuesday that it plans to include a malaria vaccine in the country’s routine immunization schedule…
OPINION: Kenya’s Nuclear Plant: A Step Forward or a Risk Not Worth Taking?
The Kenyan government’s plan to construct the country’s first nuclear power plant in Kilifi County has ignited a fierce debate…
Zambia Partners with China to Launch First Cholera Vaccine Manufacturing Plant
Zambia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China to establish its first cholera vaccine manufacturing facility, officials announced…
Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister Elected President, Succeeding First Female Head of State
Ethiopia’s two houses of parliament elected Taye Atske Selassie as president on Monday, Oct. 7. He was sworn in the…
Democratic Republic of Congo Launches Mpox Vaccinations After Delays
After logistical delays, Congolese authorities have begun administering vaccinations against mpox in an effort to control the outbreak. The DRC…
Tanzania Suspends Media Company’s Online Platforms for 30 Days
Tanzania’s communications regulator has suspended the online platforms of Mwananchi Communications Ltd. for 30 days, citing violations of the country’s…
Dissension Between Algeria and Mali Exposed at UN Assembly
Tensions between Mali and Algeria were laid bare during the 79th United Nations General Assembly as Mali’s government spokesperson criticized…